Letters from Around the World

Playtime is important for kids around the world! Readers discover this as they explore what playing looks like in different countries. This global adventure is presented in the form of letters from kids in different countries who want to teach each other about the ways they play. This fresh approach encourages readers to think about their own favorite games and how they're similar to and different from those they find in the accessible main text and full-color photographs. Illustrated characters introduce readers to each country, and maps help them visualize where in the world they're visiting.

Going to school is an experience most kids around the world share, but school often looks very different depending on what country you're in! Readers explore what school is like for kids in different countries in this relatable look at diversity and multicultural appreciation. Fun facts are presented in a unique way as readers learn through letters from pen pals in different parts of the world. Illustrated characters and colorful photographs fill the pages, and labeled maps are included as well. This allows readers to develop their geography skills as they also develop their understanding of diversity.

What's a food that's unique to where you live? Readers are invited to think about their answer to this question as they hear from kids in other parts of the world who want to share their favorite foods. Fun facts about global cuisine are presented in the form of letters between kids in a wide variety of countries. This unique way of studying other cultures makes a big topic seem more personal and relatable for young readers. Colorful illustrations, detailed photographs, and helpful maps guide readers through this tasty global adventure.

Shelter is a basic need for people around the world, but what do homes look like in different countries? Readers find out as they read letters from kids around the world describing what kinds of homes they live in. The charming text provides essential facts about a variety of countries, and it also invites readers to compare and contrast life in each place they learn about-as well as to think about their home is similar to and different from the ones they see. Vibrant photographs, detailed maps, and illustrated characters enhance this exercise in appreciating diversity.